With four days left before my marathon, I’m basically trying to forget it’s happening.
I go on and off with being excited and then very anxious/nervous. Not quite sure how it’ll go. Then again, it’s only around 4 hours of my life (okay, more like 4 1/2 if not longer…), so it’ll be over before I know it (hopefully). One thing that that I CAN predict, though, is my carbo-loading.
Matt told me yesterday that he made a reservation at Maggiano’s for Saturday night, which I am more than happy with. Bring on the pasta!
Workout
Yesterday, I went for a 4-mile run. I’m thinking I’ll do a 6-mile run tomorrow, followed by a 4-mile recovery run Friday. We shall see, though.
Today, I wanted something easy that wouldn’t take too long, so I opted for a 10-minute, plank-focused workout.
You know how I said I didn’t want to be really sore from my workout on Monday? Well even today I am really sore. I’m telling you…sumo squats never fail to make me extremely sore. It’s crazy. Therefore, I just wanted to work my core and/or arms today. The plank challenge does a little bit of arms and a lot a bit of core, yet it only takes 8-ish minutes. Hey! It’s better than nothing!
And now for some of my favorites that I’ve discovered this past week:
These Are a Few of My Favorite Things
Healthy Dessert Banana Brulee. I’ve only cooked bananas once, but they were pretty good with brown sugar and browned in a skillet. These look pretty awesome as well—probably because it’s like the same thing. This recipe seems easier though because you throw it in the oven and voila! Dessert.
Easy-ish Meal Homemade Pizza Crust. I make this pizza crust every once in awhile when I want to make a fun pizza and we don’t have a premade crust. It’s really basic and doesn’t use any yeast, but it actually turns out really well! If anything, it just takes a little extra time, which usually defeats the purpose of having pizza since we have it because it’s easy and fast. I can never get myself to try a new crust recipe. though, because this is so simple. I’m thinking pizza’s on the menu for tonight!
Adventure Musical Ski Lift. I don’t know if this place is real or not, but I want to ride this baby. I’d feel like I was dreaming the whole time.
Quote Run with your heart. I’ll definitely be thinking about this on Sunday when I inevitably feel like death during my marathon.
Have a great rest of your Wednesday, Peeps!
Ever been to a Maggiano’s? What’s your favorite dish?
I don’t even think I’ve been to one, but I could be lying. I just can’t remember.
What have you been loving lately?
I HAVE to try that banana brulee! Best wishes for your marathon – you are going to rock it!
Thank you!!
The banana brulee looks delicious. I may have to try it soon. I can’t handle banana’s alone right now (was sick after eating one), so I’m trying to hide them in different things like cereal and smoothies. This might be the next step. When you find the musical ski lift I’m coming with you.
I approve! I was definitely thinking about you when I added the musical ski lift.
I LOVE MAGGIANOS! It’s my mom’s and my favorite restaurant!! Ahhh you’re going to love it and it’s the perfect marathon fuel! Thanks for that pizza crust recipe. I’ve been looking for a good one to use. I’m always craving pizza these days 🙂
Awesome! Hope you like it!
Good luck on your marathon! I will definitely have to try the banana brulee because it looks amazing
Do iiiiiit. And thank you 🙂
Before my first marathon I worked myself up so much that I got sick. Just dont do that and you will be fine! Good luck can’t wait to read about it!
Oh geez. I’ll try to stay calm. Thanks for the well wishes!
Maggianos is family-style with huge portions so you wont go away hungry. No planks today…you dont want to be sore race day. Best of luck to you!
Thanks! And ya, definitely no planks or anything today.